Not by me; but, as a Californian, having adopted the Commonwealth of
Virginia as my home of residence since 1972, I am disappointed in you
Virginia historians that have not made any attempt to restart the now
defunct "Virginia Cavalcade" Magazine that our wonder boy Governor Warner
axed owing to miscalculated budget considerations. He did get his tax raise
though. I view that decision as an unfavorable turning point in promoting
America's first colony. But how dare I, an outsider, suggest something
really constructive be done to enhance and preserve Virginia's heritage.
Regards, Ray
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From: "Brent Tarter" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Wednesday, May 11, 2005 2:19 PM
Subject: The May Campaign of 1905
On behalf of long-time Va-Hist subscriber Sam Shepherd, I post this
query to our company:
As a Virginia historian living in Louisiana, I am writing to ask if
anyone is aware of efforts to commemorate the 100th anniversary of
Virginia's celebrated "May Campaign" of 1905? It would hardly be an
exaggeration to characterize that campaign as a turning point in the
history of public education in Virginia. Backed by the General Education
Board and energized by the leaders of the Richmond Education Association
and the Cooperative Education Association, speakers fanned out across
the commonwealth. With evangelist fervor these politicians, educations,
ministers, and journalists appeared at local rallies in support of
better public schools.
In response, the governor and the legislature took a series of actions
that brought about the construction of school buildings, longer terms,
higher salaries and a better curriculum. These improvements served as a
foundation for other subsequent changes. This is an episode in the
state's history that needs to be remembered and perhaps celebrated as
well. Any feedback will be appreciated.
Sam Shepherd, Centenary College
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