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Weakley Co Historical & Genealogical Society

  • Martin Public Library 410 South Main Street Martin, TN 38237 (map)

Join us for an enlightening presentation by local researcher and genealogist **Candace Thornton** as she unveils the remarkable story of **Percy Gardner Shadd**, a Black attorney from Weakley County. His life spanned Tennessee and Georgia in the early 1900s, offering a unique perspective on a pivotal era.

Through her extensive research of court records, deeds, and family histories, Candace has uncovered the legacy of **Shaddtown** and the community that once thrived there. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about a forgotten chapter of our local history and the impact of Percy Gardner Shadd!

Join us as we bring this important story back to light!

Earlier Event: November 17
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Later Event: November 18
Story Hour