On Mill Street South at Edward Street West, on the right when traveling south on Mill Street South.
An outstanding humanitarian and churchman, Brent was born near Newcastle and ordained in Toronto in 1887. Following parochial service in Buffalo and Boston, he was elected first Episcopal Bishop of the Philippine Islands in 1901. Confronted by the . . . — — Map (db m284029) HM
On 5th Street just west of Railway Street, on the right when traveling west.
This plaque was erected to commemorate the many humanitarian gifts made for the benefit of the citizens of Nipigon by John Salo, who was born in Finland and came to Canada in 1905, taking up residence here one year later. Following his retirement . . . — — Map (db m244598) HM
On 2a calle Zona 3, on the right when traveling east.
El Canada • San Andres Itzapa El Canton San Antonio perpetua su agradecimiento a la hermana republica de El Canada por su inmensa labor humanitaria, al haber descombrado, limpiado y reconstruido nuestro pueblo, con motivo del terremoto que . . . — — Map (db m103965) HM
Gratitud a Dios Ser Supremo al Parroco Clemente Penelen a pueblos vecinos al pueblo de San Antonio A.C. por su labor humanitaria en el trágico accidente del 10 de mayo San Antonio A.C. Mayo 1,990. Dijo Jesus yo soy la resurrecion y la . . . — — Map (db m95873) HM
“Ukraina” is the site of the farm and burial place of the Ukrainian patriot and exiled orthodox priest Agapius Honcharenko (1832-1916) and his wife Albina. Honcharenko was the first nationally conscious Ukrainian to arrive in the United States. He . . . — — Map (db m146447) HM
On Riverside Drive at Los Feliz Boulevard, on the right when traveling south on Riverside Drive.
A penniless Irish immigrant boy who rose by the force of his industry, intelligence, integrity and intrepidity to be a sturdy American citizen, a self-educated engineering genius, a whole-hearted humanitarian, the father of the city's water system, . . . — — Map (db m164804) HM
On 15th Street Northwest south of F Street Northwest, on the right when traveling north.
Inspired by the simple idea of combining fellowship and service, Paul Harris pioneered the service club movement with the founding of Rotary International. Rotary fulfilled his dream of a worldwide organization of business and professional people . . . — — Map (db m92025) HM
On South Tampa Avenue at West South Street, on the right when traveling north on South Tampa Avenue.
On March 20, 1955, a young Roberto Clemente stepped onto Tinker Field for the first time. The Washington Senators led the Pittsburgh Pirates 2-1 in the eighth when the rookie Clemente drove in the tying run with a double. The Pirates won 4-2 in . . . — — Map (db m189256) HM
Near West Main Street (Georgia Route 113) west of South Public Square, on the right when traveling west.
Lawyer, politician, soldier, planter, humanitarian. Born Habersham County, Georgia, June 28, 1824; died Cass Station, Georgia, May 22, 1884. Captain in Mexican War. Georgia Legislator, 1849. Delegate to Georgia Secession Convention, 1861. Voted not . . . — — Map (db m190698) HM
On Peachtree Street Northeast south of 14th Street Northeast, on the right when traveling south.
The Atlanta Woman's Club, organized Nov. 11, 1895, was inspired by a council meeting in Atlanta of the General Federation of Women's Clubs during the Cotton States and International Exposition. Mrs. Rebecca Douglas Lowe was founder and first . . . — — Map (db m197659) HM
On South 4500 West near West 4900 South, on the left when traveling south.
Personification of the Spirit of Samaria - called "Uncle Ben" but those who knew him. Great pioneer, civic leader, humanitarian and booster. He held the distinction of being Samaria's first merchant, owned the only hotel, a butch shop, and ice house . . . — — Map (db m140128) HM
On Main Street Northwest (Illinois Route 102) at South Main Street (U.S. 52), on the right when traveling east on Main Street Northwest.
[left panel] Darkness engulfed the frozen landscape of the northern edge of Bourbonnais on the evening of Monday, March 15, 1999, when the Amtrak train, the City of New Orleans, heading south from Chicago, collided at the McKnight . . . — — Map (db m177502) HM
On Main Street just east of Symington Drive, on the right when traveling east.
Air mobility starts and ends on the ground, entrusted to an Air Force Air Transportation Specialist, "Port Dawgs" from the active duty, Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard are on duty around the world at main operating bases and deployed . . . — — Map (db m184725) HM
On Heritage Drive just west of B Street, on the left when traveling east.
As Commander, United States Transportation Command and Air Mobility Command, General Ronald R. Fogleman inspired and drove unprecedented organizational transformation that made a lasting impact on global mobility. Recognizing the importance of a . . . — — Map (db m177523) HM
On Main Street just east of Symington Drive, on the left when traveling west.
General Tom Ryan was a leader known for his unwavering commitment to the mobility mission. As Vice Commander (1977 - 81) and then Commander (1983 - 85) of the Military Airlift Command. General Ryan presided over mobility operations in support of . . . — — Map (db m184685) HM
Near Business U.S. 24 just east of Cherry Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Standing before you is the "Big Easel" — an 80 foot tall celebration of art and agriculture. Installed in June 2001, it is a reproduction of Vincent van Gogh's "Three Sunflowers in a Vase" painted by Canadian artist Cameron Cross. . . . — — Map (db m156402) HM
On the West Welcome Center and Rest Area (Interstate 70) west of Exit 42 (Maryland Route 17). Reported permanently removed.
One half mile to the west of this plaque, the gap in South Mountain, the Appalachian Trail footbridge, and I-70 symbolically form the Bill Pate Portal to the Appalachian region—a region where a people and their governments joined in a national . . . — — Map (db m167360) HM
On Main Street (U.S. 11) south of Central Park Place, on the right when traveling south.
David Hannum (1822-1891), horse trader and investor in the hoax, "The Cardiff Giant," and on whose life the 1898 novel DAVID HARUM was based, lived in Homer. Portrayed as a horse trader, banker and humanitarian residing in "Homerville," DAVID . . . — — Map (db m141515) HM
On West 57th Street at 7th Avenue on West 57th Street.
World-renowned composer and conductor, Leonard Bernstein was an American musical icon of the 20th century. He turned millions of viewers into music lovers through his televised Young People's Concerts with the New York Philharmonic, establishing him . . . — — Map (db m110804) HM
On Lamont Avenue 0.1 miles east of East 97th Street, on the left when traveling east. Reported missing.
Charles Waddell Chesnutt was born in Cleveland on June 30, 1858 and died November 15, 1932. He has been called "The pioneer of the color line" and was an author, crusader for racial and social justice, humanitarian, and forerunner of the Harlem . . . — — Map (db m255740) HM
Near West Garfield Road (County Route 8) 0.3 miles east of Seacrist Road (County Route 45).
Maple-Dell was the home of John Butler, a Quaker who expressed his religious faith by working for humanitarian causes. An early Goshen Township teacher, Butler opened his home to orphans, the homeless, and runaway slaves, and devoted 20 years of his . . . — — Map (db m78944) HM
Near East Central Boulevard (State Highway 9) 0.3 miles east of Southeast 7th Street.
B. 1852 - D. 1935 Educator, Humanitarian, Interpreter
Donors Mr. & Mrs. Tom Garrard & Mrs. William S. Key Willard Stone: Sculptor — — Map (db m187719) HM
On Baltimore Street (Business U.S. 15), on the right when traveling north.
This is the 1863 site of the COMPILER newspaper office, Gettysburg's weekly "voice" of the Democratic party, and the home of its outspoken publisher Henry Stahle. During the Battle of Gettysburg Stahle took into his home a badly . . . — — Map (db m18056) HM
On 4th Street west of Government Place, on the left when traveling west.
Sawyer served as the voice of Williamsport High School football and basketball, and Lycoming College football. Since 1971, he has broadcast hundreds of Little League World Series games. In 1991, he was presented with the Ray Keyes Sports Award . . . — — Map (db m120665) HM
On West Kyle Street, on the right when traveling west.
Dr. Franklin, a very well known and highly respected educator and humanitarian, founded Swift Memorial Junior College in 1883 and served as President of the school until 1926.
Dr. and Mrs. Franklin are buried in this plot on the campus of Swift . . . — — Map (db m91867) HM
On 22nd Street at Sealy Avenue, on the right when traveling north on 22nd Street.
Erected in 1870. Cultural and religious center for 85 years. Second oldest temple in Texas. Converted to Masonic Temple in 1953.
Henry Cohen, rabbi from 1888-1950, was noted advisor and beloved humanitarian to the entire city. Recorded . . . — — Map (db m201840) HM
Alderman on Athens' first city council (1901). La Rue (Town 13 mi. SE) was named for him.
Educator, merchant, civic leader, banker, humanitarian, prohibitionist, democrat, historian. Married March 16, 1892, Stella Elvira Parsons. They had . . . — — Map (db m31726) HM
On East School Street at St Mary's Street, on the right when traveling west on East School Street.
In 1858, a group led by Pastor J.N. Key met at the schoolhouse on Escondido creek and organized the first Protestant church in Karnes County, the Escondido Baptist Church. On 16 acres between Dry Escondido Creek and the San Antonio River they built . . . — — Map (db m294822) HM
On S. Main Street at Mt Tabor Avenue, on the right when traveling south on S. Main Street.
Mother, wife, writer, humanitarian, and civil rights activist, Pearl Buck was the first American woman to receive the Pulitzer and Nobel prizes for literature. A visionary, she worked to cross political and cultural barriers to further . . . — — Map (db m95455) HM
On North Main Street (U.S. 2) 0.2 miles east of Waterbury-Stowe Road (Vermont Route 100), on the right when traveling east.
Henry Janes, physician, soldier, farmer, and humanitarian, was born here January 24, 1832. As head of services at the Union Army hospital immediately after the Battle of Gettysburg, Dr. Janes faced the challenge of caring for 20,000 wounded Union . . . — — Map (db m86683) HM
Near Big Bethel Road (Virginia Route 600) 0.1 miles Semple Farm Road, on the left when traveling north.
“As a political question and a question of humanity can I receive the services of father and mother and not take the children? Of the humanitarian aspect I have no doubt; of the political one I have no right to judge.”—Gen. . . . — — Map (db m181098) HM
On Rivermont Avenue east of Arlington Street, on the right when traveling east.
Internationally known author and humanitarian Pearl Sydenstricker Buck (1892-1973) graduated in 1914 from Randolph-Macon Women’s College, where she wrote for the college’s literary magazine. She was the author of more than 70 books, many of which . . . — — Map (db m54463) HM
Pearl Bailey, singer, author, and humanitarian, was born in Newport News. Her family, including brother Willie "Bill" Bailey, a famous tap dancer, lived at 1204 and later at 1202 29th St. For fie decades, beginning in the 1930s, she performed in . . . — — Map (db m166444) HM
Near Effingham Street at Crawford Parkway, on the right when traveling north.
After the Spanish defeat at the battle of Santiago, Cuba, in July 1898, the sick and injured needed treatment. The newly converted hospital ship USS Solace transported 55 sick U.S. Navy and 48 wounded Spanish sailors to the hospital. The . . . — — Map (db m83924) HM
Near Torrington Street east of Yarmouth Court, on the right when traveling west.
Alfred Ferlazzo "Doc" came to Prince William County in 1937 after graduating from Georgetown Medical. He lovingly cared for his patients day and night regardless of ability to pay for 50 years. "Doc" delivered over 3500 babies in Prince William and . . . — — Map (db m285385) HM
On 3rd Street north of Scott Street, on the left when traveling north.
In the First American National Bank building which once stood here, Employers Insurance of Wausau opened, on June 1, 1928, a facility for rehabilitating injured workers. It was the first center of its kind established by the insurance industry. To . . . — — Map (db m89816) HM
Along the ridge behind this panel lies a 52-acre parcel of historical significance. This farmstead known as “Ukraina” was the home of Ukrainian patriot, writer, and publisher Father Agapius Honcharenko. He and his wife Albina lived here for 43 years . . . — — Map (db m26499) HM
On Front Street near Neils Alley, on the right when traveling north.
In Honor of Otis H. Smith
Entrepreneur, Civil Servent
Mayor, City of Lewes
1950-1968
Otis H. Smith was the founder and President of
Fish Products Co., one of the country's largest
menhaden processing operations.
During his long . . . — — Map (db m38597) HM
Near U.S. 301 0.2 miles south of East Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, on the right when traveling south.
In 1995 NATO bombing of Bosnia and Herzegovina (code named by NATO Operation Deliberate Force) was a sustained air campaign conducted by the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) to undermine the military capability of the Army of the . . . — — Map (db m193460) WM
Mattie Harris Lyon, 97, the “Mother of Marietta,” was known for her years of zealous and affectionate service in religious, civic, welfare and patriotic activities. Her life was dedicated to the service of people of all races. A true humanitarian, . . . — — Map (db m5198) HM
On Avery Street south of East College Avenue ( Route 10/155), on the left when traveling south.
120 Avery Street
was placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
July 25, 1985
by the United States
Department of the Interior — — Map (db m197673) HM
On Webb Street north of West Market Street, on the right when traveling north.
This original postwar bungalow was purchased by Anderson philanthropist and polio stricken Anne J. Gambrill in 1962. Remodeled by noted architect and landscape designer John W. Linley in a relaxed New Orleans style, the antique brick used throughout . . . — — Map (db m185526) HM
On Emparan just east of Avenida 5 de Mayo, on the left when traveling east.
1953 1956 H. Ayuntamiento de Veracruz La Institucion de la Superacion Ciudadana rinde homenaje a la desaparecida profesora Luz Nava como reconocimiento a su generosidad y a las obras humanitarias que realizo de las cuales es ejemplo el . . . — — Map (db m136442) HM
On Morning Star Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Johnny Johnson was born January 19,
1918 to Leroy and Gertrude Johnson in
Arkansas City, Arkansas. This house is his
boyhood home. Johnny Johnson and his
mother relocated to Chicago, Illinois in
1933. He was a renowned
entrepreneur , . . . — — Map (db m299919) HM
Born in Italy, Beniamino Bufano immigrated to the United States when he was three years old, and settled in San Francisco in 1915. A popular figure of the San Francisco art scene, Bufano was well known for his signature Modern style and . . . — — Map (db m91551) HM
Near Chester Avenue just north of 36th Street, on the left when traveling north.
In the 1930’s, more than half of a million Americans fled the Southwestern part of the United States due to the prolonged drought called the “Dust Bowl.”
Traveling in old cars with just basic necessities, the migrants came primarily from . . . — — Map (db m167100) HM
Brought into service in 1914 to join the United States “Great White Fleet”, dubbed such for the sparkling white paint used on naval ships at the time, she was in service 28 years and two world wars. A 226-foot gleaming white steam . . . — — Map (db m16475) HM
Apostle of liberty, humanitarian, Unitarian minister, who in the Civil War bound California to the Union and led her to excel all other states in support of the United States Sanitary Commission, predecessor to the American Red Cross. His statue, . . . — — Map (db m91855) HM
On 10th Mountain Division Memorial Highway (U.S. 24) at Tennessee Pass Road, on the right when traveling north on 10th Mountain Division Memorial Highway.
The 10th did not fade away after being deactivated following victory in World War II. Many of its veterans accomplished significant achievements in business, sports, and other endeavors. Some, like Bob Dole, (left below), 1988 GOP presidential . . . — — Map (db m289996) HM
On East Capitol Street Southeast west of 22nd Street Southeast, in the median.
Named in honor of
Whitney Moore Young, Jr.
1921 - 1971
Humanitarian-scholar and venerable leader of the National Urban League whose work produced landmark changes in civil rights laws and notable progress towards social and economic . . . — — Map (db m15606) HM
On Dahlgren Avenue Southeast at Kidder Breese Street Southeast, on the right when traveling south on Dahlgren Avenue Southeast.
The Center for Naval History The Dudley Knox Center for Naval History is housed in the complex of buildings adjacent to the Leutze Park and extending down Dahlgren Avenue. Building 57, which was erected in 1866 as a warehouse, was enlarged in . . . — — Map (db m52503) HM
Near U.S. 301 0.2 miles south of East Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, on the right when traveling south.
The United States set up Operation Provide Promise and, in cooperation with UNHCR and the World Food Programme (WFP), began airdropping relief supplies to parts of Bosnia - Herzegovina on 28 February 1993. By late November, more than 1,482 . . . — — Map (db m193723) HM WM
Operation PROVIDE COMFORT began in April 1991 as a humanitarian effort to help an estimated 800,000 Iraqi Kurds who, fearing the Iraqi government's wrath for their rebellion, fled into the northern mountain region of Iraq and were dying at a . . . — — Map (db m99795) HM
On East Bay Street near Drayton Street Ramp, on the left when traveling east.
Organized as a Masonic Lodge, February 21, 1734. Its first worshipful Master was General James Edward Oglethorpe, English Soldier, Statesman, Humanitarian, and founder of Georgia, who raised the flag of England at Savannah on February 12, 1733. . . . — — Map (db m6584) HM
On Prior Street 0 miles east of South College Street, on the left when traveling east.
Ivy Ledbetter Lee, public relations expert, author, lecturer, and philanthropist, was born July 16, 1877, near Cedartown. He attended Emory College for two years and then went to Princeton, where he earned his A.B. in 1898, paying his way by working . . . — — Map (db m35795) HM
On West Church Street (U.S. 280) just east of Woodland Drive, on the left when traveling east.
"The thing that means most to me is coming back to Plains, GA, where I belong. My home folks have never treated me like a big shot. They treat me like one of you and that's exactly what I am." —Jimmy Carter, 1976 After winning the . . . — — Map (db m186800) HM
In 1834 Dr. Silas Hamilton, physician and humanitarian, bequeathed $4,000 for construction and operation of a building for educational and religious purposes. A stone schoolhouse was opened in 1836, and the tuition-free education for local . . . — — Map (db m142751) HM
On North Park Street (Illinois Route 23) just north of East Hickory Street, on the right when traveling north.
Streator’s founding father was a noteworthy politician, successful businessman, courageous patriot and remarkable humanitarian. His helping hand, hopeful words, and loving heart were devoted to the service of humanity; his greatest gifts were his . . . — — Map (db m185073) HM
On Main Street just east of Symington Drive, on the right when traveling east.
In tribute to the Airlifters of the United States Air Force who valiantly serve and gallantly died in support of this nations dedication to the principles of liberty and freedom.
Humanitarian airlift extends the olive branch of peace and . . . — — Map (db m184222) WM
On Jackson Street at West 23rd Street, on the left when traveling north on Jackson Street.
Whereas; Michael Jackson was born on August 29, 1958 in Gary, Indiana. He was the seventh of nine children and is recognized as one of Gary's favorite sons, and Whereas; Michael Jackson was an American recording artist, world's greatest . . . — — Map (db m241000) HM
On Wetherell Street at South Downey Street, on the left when traveling west on Wetherell Street.
Born in a modest two-room cottage, Herbert Hoover spent most of his first 11 years in West branch. He went on to become the President of the United States-the first one born west of the Mississippi River. Here Hoover's parents and neighbors . . . — — Map (db m163143) HM
This site commemorates the life and accomplishments of Herbert Hover, 31st President (1929-1932). The first president born west of the Mississippi River. Hoover grew up in a tradition that deeply influenced his ideals and long life of public . . . — — Map (db m48307) HM
On Main Street (U.S. 1) at Water Street, on the left when traveling west on Main Street.
The Four Way Test
of the things we think, say or do
Is it the truth?
Is it fair to all concerned?
Will it build good will and better friendships?
Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
1925 - Kennebunk Rotary Club is . . . — — Map (db m186303) HM
Beyond the trees stands a Victorian House as unique as its owner. This house was built for Clara Barton in 1891 by Edward and Edwin Baltzley as part of the National Chautauqua at Glen Echo. With 30 rooms serving as offices, bedrooms, and storage, . . . — — Map (db m45000) HM
Near Main Street, on the right when traveling west.
Dr. Luis M. Arbona stepped through the doors of Reality in 1972 as its medical director. Often described as "not of this planet," he rose from humble beginnings in rural Utuado, Puerto Rico to become a gifted and pioneering physician and . . . — — Map (db m78932) HM
On Commercial St at Ryder St, on the right when traveling east on Commercial St.
The Provincetown AIDS Memorial is a horizontal monument, a unique monument in the living ocean. This memorial is a reminder of the lives lost to AIDS and the humanitarian achievements of the caregivers who responded to the crisis. It is also a . . . — — Map (db m142335) HM
On Starr Commonwealth Road at Thomas Lloyd Drive, on the right when traveling south on Starr Commonwealth Road.
The Starr Commonwealth Schools In 1913 Floyd Starr purchased forty acres of land on Montcalm Lake to found Starr Commonwealth for Boys, a nonprofit home and residential school for wayward, delinquent and neglected boys. At that time, the only . . . — — Map (db m177156) HM
On Elizabeth Street at Ossian Street, on the left when traveling north on Elizabeth Street.
The Village of Dansville, N.Y. holds a special place in American Red Cross history. Clara Barton, after her service during the Franco - Prussian War. Stayed at the Jackson Sanatorium in Dansville in 1875. Despite facing challenges, Barton’s . . . — — Map (db m298244) HM
On Washington Square West near Washington Sqaure North.
October 11, 1884 - November 7, 1962
Humanitarian, Reformer, Stateswoman
made this her Greenwich Village home from 1942 until 1949 — — Map (db m214277) HM
Emma Lazarus, 1849 - 1887, poet, essayist, and humanitarian lived here.
Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free — — Map (db m147632) HM
On Riverside Drive at West 72nd Street, on the left when traveling north on Riverside Drive.
Born in New York City on October 11, 1884, she was orphaned at age ten and educated in England. She married Franklin Delano Roosevelt in 1905 and bore six children between 1906 and 1916. She became a leader in New York State’s Democratic Party in . . . — — Map (db m170326) HM
George Gammon (1803? – 1904) and his wife, Sarah Bradley (1808- 1902) built this house c.1850 on land purchased from her parents. The gammon and Bradley families were among the many free black Springfield citizens who actively operated the . . . — — Map (db m157027) HM
On West River Road south of Liberty Avenue (U.S. 6), on the right when traveling north.
This park commemorates the centennial of Rotary International and was made possible by contributions of Rotarian Lester H. Kishman (1905-2000), the city of Vermilion and members of the Vermilion Rotary Club.
Rotary International was founded on . . . — — Map (db m262311) HM
On Riverside Drive at Belair Drive, on the right when traveling north on Riverside Drive.
This living memorial is dedicated to the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces who have perished during training accidents, peacekeeping missions, humanitarian efforts, covert operations and terrorist attacks.
We will always . . . — — Map (db m300046) HM WM
On James Duncan Plaza at 1st Street Southeast, on the right when traveling south on James Duncan Plaza.
Sgt. Cory Endlich, age 23, a four year Army Veteran, enlisted in the Army June of 2003 following his father and grandfather's footsteps. Cory was killed during Operation Iraqi Freedom from sniper fire in Taji, Iraq. He was serving the 2nd . . . — — Map (db m273429) HM WM
On James Duncan Plaza at 1st Street Southeast, on the right when traveling south on James Duncan Plaza.
SFC Daniel Crabtree, age 31, a 14 year Army Veteran and a Green Beret, enlisted in the Army in June 1992, was killed during Operation Iraqi Freedom by an 1.E.D. roadside bomb in AL Kut, Iraq. He was serving in the Ohio Army National Guard, . . . — — Map (db m273427) HM WM
On Northwest Franklin Avenue near Northwest Sisemore Street, on the right when traveling east.
This site marks the home of Kathleen "Klondike Kate" Rockwell, about whom the book "The Life & Legend of Kitty Rockwell, Queen of the Yukon" was written. Much of that legend was made here in Central Oregon, where she took up a homestead in 1914. . . . — — Map (db m157838) HM
On North Washington Street at Chambersburg Street (U.S. 30), on the right when traveling south on North Washington Street.
A gift to Gettysburg College in 1990 from George W. Olinger and Mac E. Olinger, life long residents of Gettysburg, zestful supporters of local history, common sense preservationists and quiet, humanitarians. Their gift of these historic buildings . . . — — Map (db m29799) HM
On Pattison Avenue at South 11th Street, on the left when traveling west on Pattison Avenue.
Born in Beaufort, South Carolina, Joe Frazier moved to Philadelphia as a young man to work and train as a boxer. Known for his devastating left hook, he won the Olympic Gold Medal in the Heavyweight Division in Tokyo before turning professional. . . . — — Map (db m212765) HM
On Washington Street at Zion Street, on the right when traveling east on Washington Street.
Born in this house on May 24, 1825, the son of William and Mary Ann Carlisle, this noted teacher received his education at Mount Zion Institute and South Carolina College. A delegate in 1860 to the Secession Convention and a legislator in 1864, . . . — — Map (db m14323) HM
Her contralto voice sang out in the twentieth century -- her life testified to her passion for music and the power of her voice to speak directly to the soul, encountering societal resistance as an African-American seeking educational and . . . — — Map (db m40421) HM
On Florence Highway (U.S. 76) at South Lafayette Street (South Carolina Highway 154), on the left when traveling east on Florence Highway.
This noted humanitarian and educator was born five miles north of Mayesville, S.C., on July 10, 1875. She was one of the first pupils of the Mayesville Mission School, located fifty yards west of this marker, where she later served as a teacher. . . . — — Map (db m27402) HM
On Tippah Street south of Tennessee Highway 57, on the right when traveling south.
Grand Junction is named for its location, where the Memphis and Charleston and Mississippi Central Railroads intersect, and was strategically important to both Confederate and Union forces. After defeats at Shiloh and Corinth, Confederates tore up . . . — — Map (db m37277) HM
On 1st Street (U.S. 287) at Trice Street, on the left when traveling west on 1st Street.
Two of the most admired and beloved pioneer citizens of Armstrong County, Dr. Warner (1864-1934) was a country physician and his wife Phebe (Kerrick) (1866-1935) was an ardent humanitarian.
Natives of Illinois, they were married in Claude in . . . — — Map (db m96834) HM
Near Junius Street, on the right when traveling south.
Dallas in 1900 had insufficient medical care for its more than 40,000 residents. That year, despite some opposition from local doctors, Dr. Charles McDaniel Rosser established the University of Dallas Medical School, although at the time no such . . . — — Map (db m152046) HM
In 1895 the city of Calvert built this historic pavilion to facilitate bringing the community together for outdoor concerts, dancing, political forums and other public events. In October 2000, by a resolution unanimously passed by the Calvert City . . . — — Map (db m168364) HM
On County Road 4233 0.7 miles west of Highway 2753, on the right when traveling west.
Monte Verdi, the 10,700-acre Antebellum Plantation of Julien Sidney Devereux and Sarah (Landrum) Devereux Garrison, was one of the most economically and historically significant plantations in the state. Devereux family papers at regional and state . . . — — Map (db m268394) HM
On Merchants Row south of West Street (U.S. 4BUS), on the right when traveling south.
Wallingford native Paul Harris founded Rotary, one of the world’s most successful humanitarian organizations. After college and law school, Harris settled in Chicago. Longing for the kind of camaraderie he enjoyed in Rutland County, he started the . . . — — Map (db m246428) HM
The American Legion
In memory of
Ignace Jan Paderewski
artist, composer, musician, statesman, patriot, humanitarian and friend of American war veterans, who, from his death to the rebirth of freedom in his homeland, here rested in honor . . . — — Map (db m11133) HM
Near Cumberland Street (Virginia Route 113) at Waters Alley, on the right when traveling east.
During the Korean War of 1950-1953, a young Korean became a houseboy for a group of American G.I's of the U.S. Army's 24th Division. One soldier, Sgt. Carl Powers, a school teacher from Dante, Virginia, felt compassion for the little fella and . . . — — Map (db m258051) HM
Near Magnolia Road 0.3 miles north of Magnolia Street, on the right when traveling north.
Woodland Cemetery was dedicated on 30 May 1917 as a grand resting place for Richmond's African American community. John Mitchell Jr., newspaper editor and civil rights activist, led the effort after the closure of the Barton Heights Cemeteries . . . — — Map (db m283051) HM
On East Market Street (Route 7) at Sycolin Road Southeast, on the right when traveling east on East Market Street.
He was an activist, humanitarian, Baptist minister and a leader in the African-American civil rights movement.
Sculptor: Jeffery L. Hall, 2023 — — Map (db m291549) HM
On Chestnut Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Madam Annie B. Daniels is known for her untiring humanitarian service and her contributions to the general welfare of the city. Her persuasiveness in working with people of various backgrounds has created greater understanding among diverse . . . — — Map (db m94348) HM
On South Fairfax Boulevard (West Virginia Route 115) at Mildred Street and 4th Avenue, in the median on South Fairfax Boulevard.
A distinguished clergyman, humanitarian, and civic leader in the community. Bishop Baltimore served as Senior Bishop & General President of the King’s Apostle Holiness Church of God, Inc. He was Pastor of The Baltimore Temple Church for 51 . . . — — Map (db m2030) HM
On 0 Avenue (Interstate 5), on the left when traveling south.
This unfortified boundary line between the
Dominion of Canada
and the
United States of America
should quicken the remembrance of the more than century old friendship between these countries
A lesson of peace to . . . — — Map (db m27450) HM
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