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Friday, February 07, 2014 / Published in African Americans, Local Heroes and Heroines, Local History, New Donations, Woo-Woo Moments

A Valentine for E. W. Pearson, Sr.

Edward W. Pearson, Sr. was one of the most energetic and creative forces for positive change that Asheville has ever known. From Pearson’s arrival in Asheville in 1906, until his death in 1946, he worked tirelessly to improve the fortunes and the quality of life of his family and his community. Facing many barriers to
Annette Pearson CottonAsheville Royal GiantsBuncombe County District Colored Agricultural FairClifford Cotton IIIEdward W. PearsonNorth Carolina College for NegroesPark View SubdivisionWest Asheville

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