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Sentinel newspaper
2900 North Market Street
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This building houses The Sentinel, a weekly newspaper with a circulation of 20,000 which was founded in 1968 by Howard Woods, it's publisher and editor. He initiated the "Yes, I Can" dinner as an annual charity event and fundraiser for the Sentinel in 1976. Upon the death of her husband, Jane Woods became the publisher of the newspaper and her son-in-law, Michael Williams, its editor.
SOURCE: The historical information presented on this page is adapted with permission from Discovering African American St. Louis: A Guide to Historic Sites by Dr. John A. Wright, Sr. We are honored to share his invaluable research and historical insights, made available through the generous consent of Dr. Wright and the Missouri Historical Society Press. Their dedication to preserving and celebrating the rich legacy of Black St. Louis is a gift to our community—a testament to those who came before us and a guide for those who walk the path forward.
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2900 North Market Street